Texas Hold`em Poker

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In this guide, we will explain the basic rules of Texas Hold ‘em Poker.
However, should you require any more information or have any
questions, our friendly Casino Staff are always on hand to help you
and give you advice.
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THE AIM OF THE GAME
The aim of Texas Hold ‘em Poker is not to beat the house, but to
beat your fellow players.
THE TABLE
Texas Hold ‘em is a variation of the standard card game of Poker
and requires a minimum of 2 players to play, up to a maximum of
10 per table.
THE DEAL
TEXAS HOLD ‘EM POKER
Poker seems to have originated from the 16th century Persian card
game known as “As Nas”. The game was similar to modern 5 card
stud. While Poker’s origins may lie in Persia, it truly developed in
the United States. Those responsible for Poker’s initial boom were
professional gamblers, trying to expand their craft.
Two cards are dealt face down to each player and then five
community cards are placed directly in front of the Dealer. The first
3 dealt face up are known as “the flop;” the fourth card, known as
“the turn,” and the fifth card, known as “the river,” are also dealt
face up. Players have the option to check, bet, raise or fold after
each deal, i.e. betting may occur prior to the flop, “on the flop,”
“on the turn,” and “on the river.”
THE PLAY
The object is to make the best five card Poker hand; the winning
hand will be the highest ranking five card hand consisting of any
5 card combination from the five community cards and the player’s
two hole cards. The player’s hole cards do not need to be included in
the combination.
WHO WINS
The best hand will win the pot, which is made up of all the money
bet by all the players in the game. After a winner(s) has been
determined the casino will then deduct the commission (rake) from
the pot and then another hand will commence.
COMMISSION (RAKE)
• The rake is 5%.
• No rake is taken if the hand does not reach the “flop.”
• The dealer will advise if the rake has a capped value or if there
is a minimum pot where no rake is taken.